Romance of Telephone Girl Married Couples in Two Cities
Announcement reports Samuel Godfrey Miller wed Miss Bessie Lee Snapp at Stephens City and Minnie Lineburg becomes Mrs George C Dinges. Agnes C Henry wed John J Bridgeman in Bridgeton NJ. couple honeymooning in Philadelphia and New York before settling in New Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agnes Henry
New Jersey
Samuel Godfrey Miller
Bessie Lee Snapp
Stephens City
Minnie Lineburg
George C. Dinges
Agnes C. Henry
William Henry
John J. Bridgeman
Bridgeton
N. J
Louis D. Stultz
First Methodist Protestant Church
Morgantown
The
Philadelphia Inquirer
Samuel Miller Weds Miss Snapp at Stephens City
Mr. Samuel G. Miller Jr and Miss Bessie Lee Snapp were married at the Lutheran Church parsonage in Stephens City yesterday afternoon by Rev. C. W. Caswell. The groom is the youngest son of Samuel G. Miller of Cloverdale near Opequon, and the bride is the eldest daughter of Joseph M. Snapp of Bliss. A reception will be held at the groom’s parents’ home in the county at 6 o’clock this evening, and the couple will reside in Winchester.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel G. Miller,Jr
Bessie Lee Snapp
Lutheran Church
Stephens Citys
C. W.caswell
Samuel G. Miller
Cloverdale
Opequon
Joseph M. Snapp
Bliss
Mrs. Miller
Winchester
Frederick County
Miss Minnie Lineburg Weds George Dinges at Stephens City
A quiet wedding was held last evening at 7 in Stephens City with Miss Minnie Lineburg daughter of the town postmaster marrying George Dinges of nearby residence. Rev. C. W. Cassell officiated as families attended. The couple will reside a mile east of Stephens City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.M. Lineburg
Stephens City
Minnie Lineburg
George ©. Dinges
C. W. Cassell
Dinges
Merchants form state association across towns
A new state association organized by merchants spans Winchester Berryville Front Royal Riverton and 65 other towns. The initiative aims to coordinate trade policies and promote local commerce across Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Berryville
Front Royal
Riverton
Mercantile 18 Years Old Association Shares Record
An association linked to Mercantile marks 18 years with a remarkable share record in the valley. The company notes strong consensus aiding an all-time high in investments and sustained growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercantile
Best Exhibit of Fruit in State Promoted by Virginia Society
Mr. Walter Whately, secretary of the Virginia State Horticultural Society, announces the annual meeting in Winchester January 5 and 6 at the Auditorium and a fruit exhibit at the Market Street skating rink. Entries close December 25 with cards issued December 16. Local committee includes Stewart Bell and Phil Gold. The event, free to the public, opens for inspection after awards likely January 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter ‘Whately
Virginia State Horticultural Society
Winchester
Market Street
Stewart ,Bell
Philip H. Gold
Stewart ‘Bell
Messrs
Stewart Bell
Phil. H. Gold
J. L. Robinson
W. T. Hiett
T. W. Steck
John Thwaite
Catholics Observe Immaculate Conception Festival at Sacred Heart
The Immaculate Conception feast was observed at the Church of the Sacred Heart with two services at seven thirty and nine o'clock led by Rev. John McVerry. He had returned from Lynchburg after attending the funeral of Father McGuirk.
Charlottesville Dry Regime Holds After Election
After more than two years under a dry regime Charlottesville voters rejected all liquor licenses. The "double barrel" push offered a license to sell by the package but not for on-site consumption, yet the city stayed dry. Turnout was 762 with a 180 vote margin in favor of continue prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlottesville
Mercantile Meeting Sets 5 Percent Dividend Date
The Mercantile meeting notes a 5 percent dividend on paid-up stock payable semi annually on January 1 and July 1.
Wright Cigars and Electric Bill Payment Notice
A fragmented notice mentions the Wright cigar brand and a reminder to pay an electric bill by December 10th. The wording urges saving discounts by settling the bill promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dee
Nighttime removal of school building shocks Clarke County
A disputed Virginia case mentions unknown persons removing a school building from Boyce lot at night after a court decision. Similarities are drawn to a Chattanooga contempt case, with $1 200 value cited for the building and potential Supreme Court involvement. Contempt actions before high courts are noted as rare and closely watched.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Omen
Knight Ves Grim
Circuit Court
Clarke County
Boyce
Sheriff
Shipp
Chattanooga
Supreme Court of the United States
District of Columbia
Supreme Court of Virginia
Supreme Court
Virginia
Supreme Courts
Dynamite Explosion W. D. Dawson Injured at Shenandoah Plant
W. D. Dawson, in charge of explosives at the Shenandoah lime plant near Strasburg, was seriously injured by a blast in a quarry incident. His condition includes facial injuries, possible eye damage, and potential amputation. he is under Dr. H. T. Hopewell care and resting at home. Nearby workers Milton Frye and Samuel Bell were uninjured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. D. Dawson
Shenandoah
Strasburg
Dawson
H. T. Hopewell
Eges
Dr. Hopewell
Milton Frye
Samuel Bell
Mr. Dawson
Sudden Death Of R KA Ander In Martinsburg
Martinsburg West Virginia December ninth a native of Winchester and son of the late John Anderson died suddenly at six this morning at his home in the city aged forty two years. He had worked at the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad shops and had been ill with a coughing spell a week. His death was caused by the bursting of a blood vessel. Surviving are his widow Nellie Nicewarner four children and a sister Mrs Lillie H Yeatman of Washington. He played in the Friendship band at Winchester and was a member of the Friendship Fire Company. His remains will be taken to Winchester Saturday morning for burial at Mount Hebron Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Secnto the Star
Martinsburg
W. Va
Jeleo Anderson
Winchester
John Anderson
Ancerson
Baltimore Jand Ohio Railroad
Anderson
Nellie Nicewarner
Bride and Groom Featured at Auditorium Reel Night
A Bride and Groom will appear in a new reel shown at the auditorium tonight alongside other fine pictures. The event draws a crowd as the Friendship meeting reports are to be received and a committee is to fill uniforms for a Martinsburg departure tomorrow at 5.18 p.m.
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Martinsburg
Turday
Oyster Supper at Io Oyster Sunver Christ Church
The young ladies of Christ Episcopal Church will host an oyster supper on Saturday December 11 from 7 to 11 PM at the parish house. Public invited. suppers require advance orders. Headley’s chocolate candy offered. trout and blue pike available. Orndorff & McVicar advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ Church
Young Ladies
Christ Episcopal Church
Headley’s
Orndorff & M
Appealed Case To Higher Court In Byrd Liquor Law Charge
C A Bahiman of this city was fined 50 and costs after arraignment in police court for violating the ar dent spirits clause of the Byrd liquor law. He appealed to the Corporation Court, which meets December 20, with Albert Pine testifying about a purchased beer. Prosecution included James P. Reardon and Chief S A Seabright. Bahiman's attorney was Harry R. Kern.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. A. Bahiman
Baker
Harry R. Kern
Bahiman
Corporation Court
Wahiman
Albert Pine
James P. Reardon
Commonwealth
J. B. Cooper
Anti-Saloon League
S. A. Seabright
Bahlman
Kern
Noted Play Here Tomorrow Night The Climax at Auditorium
The Climax arrives at the Winchester Auditorium tomorrow night praised by Mr. R Gray Williams as one of the best plays seen. The road company led by Miss Ann Swinburne features Miss Florence Weber daughter of Joe Weber and part of the Washington tour. Critics laud Weber’s voice and acting as the production heads to the area this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Gray Williams
Mr. Williams
Parkersburg
W. Va
Hisaw
Raé Climax
Ann Swinburne
Washington
Florence Weber
Joe Weber
Broadway
New York City
Miss Weber
Hable
Winchester
Bluemont Fire Ravages Mill Destruction and Credit Details
Bluemont Va December 9 a serious fire destroyed the Bluemont Company mill and machinery along with large quantities of wheat corn cement lime and flour. Estimated losses reach $18 000 to $20 000 with insurance of $12 300 placed in the Protective Association Philadelphia. The fire was discovered early by a night watchman at the Southern road depot and origin remains a mystery though suspected to start in the mill. The mill had recently resumed operation after rebuilding and managers declined to say if rebuilding would occur.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Company
Bluemont
Southe Road
Bluemont Company
Protective Association
Insurante
Bluemount
T. P. Simpson
Notice of dissolution of Hillyard and Lewis partnership
Notice is given that the partnership between Gardner B. Hillyard and Oscar J. Lewis under the name Hillyard & Lewis, carrying on business at Winchester, Virginia, has been dissolved by mutual consent. Hillyard will continue the business at Winchester, Virginia. C. H. Lewis
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardner
B. Hillyard
Oscar JH. Lewis
Hillyard & Lei
Ing
Winchester
Hillyard
B. Hilly
C. H. Lewis
Mercantile Plans Paid Up Stock After Eighteen Years
An obscure note mentions a mercantile firm planning a paid up stock arrangement after about eighteen years. The fragment hints at a fiscal plan linked to a specific month and potential reorganizational steps.
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Samuel Miller
Miss Snapp
Miss Lineburg
George Dinges
Mercantile A State Association
Whately
Charlottsville
Supreme Court of Appeals
R. KA Ander
Osca W. Rhodes
New York
Hotel
Evans
the Star
Weather Bureau
Sprint Produce CO
Iptf
Wright
Empire
Market st.Rink
Higher
Reardon
Ipak Pak
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